Partner Education and Employment Program (PEEP)

Joining the ADF involves a commitment not only from the individual, but from their partner and family. Perhaps the most challenging aspect of a Defence Force career is the relocation. Looking for a work in a new location can be daunting, especially if you are new to the area. Lee Hecht Harrison have assisted over 1000 defence partners to prepare for finding work in their new locality.

Eligible Defence partners can access our online Career Resource Network (CRN) which provides an array of career related information and relevant websites. The CRN gives access to:

LHH proprietary information and links to premium subscription research tools
A directory of public job search, career management, and entrepreneurial websites
Sample resumes, cover letters, marketing, plans and several interactive job search aids
Extensive content for entrepreneurs
Online e-learning programs for job search and professional skills development
Unlimited access to LHH streaming media and e-learning

PEEP Modules include:

Career transition assessment advice. Skills assessment, job readiness and a career action plan to help determine your next move
Resume development. Designing a professional resume in line with your career objectives
Job search techniques and strategies. Job applications, dealing with agencies, direct targeting and networking
Preparation and presentation for interviews. Preparing for behavioural interviews, panel interviews and salary negotiations
Application and selection criteria preparation. Assistance with developing applications that require responding to selection criteria
Identifying training options. Assessment and referral for training that is directly linked to specific employment opportunities
Identifying job options. Career decision making and career management exercises designed to assist you with identifying skills, competencies, character traits, interests, values, and ultimately your career objective

Services for Australian Defence Force members

Individuals working in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) develop specialist skills, and while these skills are generally transferable into civilian industries, many ADF members may be unsure how to present themselves to non-ADF employers. Like others in career transition, ADF members have some difficult decisions ahead of them.

Depending on your position within the ADF, you may have made a long-term commitment and been out of the job market for many years. Entering a civilian industry can be daunting and raise questions such as:

what are your employment opportunities outside the ADF?
which career path should you follow?
what are your transferable skills?
will non-defence force employers understand what you have to offer?
what is your value to an employer in the marketplace in wage terms?

The Defence industry is unique in its culture and demands, and for a career transition program to be successful it must be tailored to the specific needs of the organisation. In addition, each individual brings unique skills and experiences that need to be translated into a package that employers understand. LHH consultants have the experience and understanding to make an ADF career transition successful. Our tailored programs combine the following services:

one-on-one sessions with LHH career consultants
a range of job skills seminars including resume writing, interview techniques, networking and self-marketing
use of office space and facilities including phone, fax, internet, printer, photocopier
use of LHH online resources
access to LHH job search reference manuals
word processed preparation of resume (including two hard copies and a soft copy on disk)
introduction to the Adecco recruitment network

For a quote or more information, please contact our Defence Force Program Team on 1300 780 388 or your local LHH office.

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